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Environmental Consu" Servici S Im
FILE
August 3, 2004
Mr. John Dorney
NC DENR DWQ
Wetlands/401 Unit
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1621
RE: Linville Creek Crossing:
Watauga Co., NC
Dear Mr. Domey:
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041312
3764 Rominger Road
Banner Elk, NC 28604
Ph/Fax: [phone]
e-mail: adamOenv-ecs.com
iohn9benv-ecs.com
WETLANDS 1401 GROUP
AUG 0 9 2004
ATE QUALI Ty SECTiO;
Transmitted with this letter are 3 copies of the NWP 39 permit application for the referenced project.
Impact totals are 28 linear-feet of perennial stream (Linville Creek), and no impacts to wetlands. Linville
Creek is designated a Class C channel. Based on this information and the conditions of DWQ GC-3402
we have determined that written certification is not required for this project therefore.we have not
included a permit fee in this package. The applicant is John Hicks, E'nV Inc has prepared this
application for Mr. Hicks and are available to answer any questions you may have. If you need to
schedule a site visit please contact me.
If you have any questions regarding this information please call me at 828-297-6946, thank you.
Sincerely,
Adam Williams
Biologist, E'nV Environmental Consulting Services Inc.
Cc: Mr. Daryl Lamb
Mr. Bob Oelberg

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Office Use Only: Form Version April 2001
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USACE Action ID No. DWQ No.
If any particular item is not applicable to this project, please enter "Not Applicable" or "N/A" rather than
leaving the space blank.
I. Processing
WETL kNUS 1401 ROU'P
1. Check all of the approval(s) requested for this project:
X Section 404 Permit AUG 0 9 2004
? Section 10 Permit
401 Water Quality Certification V E R CiUA L 1 T Y SEC Tit ()f.N
? Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules
2. Nationwide, Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested: NWP 39
3. If this notification is solely a courtesy copy because written approval for the 401 Certification
is not required, check here:
4. If payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration Program (NCWRP) is proposed for
mitigation of impacts (see section VIII - Mitigation), check here: ?
H. Applicant Information
1. Owner/Applicant Information
Name: John Hicks
Mailing Address: 1230 Howard Edminsten Rd.
Sugar Grove, NC 28679
Telephone Number: 263-5368 Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
Contacts:
Environmental Consultant(s) - John Vilas, Adam Williams, E'nV Inc: [phone]
2. Agent Information (A signed and dated copy of the Agent Authorization letter must be
attached if the Agent has- signatory authority for the owner/applicant.)
Name:
Company Affiliation:
Mailing Address:
Telephone Number: Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
III. Project Information
Attach a vicinity map clearly showing the location of the property with respect to local
landmarks such as towns, rivers, and roads. Also provide a detailed site plan showing property
boundaries and development plans in relation to surrounding properties. Both the vicinity map
and site plan must include a scale and north arrow. The specific footprints of all buildings,
impervious surfaces, or other facilities must be included. If possible, the maps and plans should
include the appropriate USGS Topographic Quad Map and NRCS Soil Survey with the property
boundaries outlined. Plan drawings, or other maps may be included at the applicant's discretion,
so long as the property is clearly defined. For administrative and distribution purposes, the
USACE requires information to be submitted on sheets no larger than 11 by 17-inch format;
however, DWQ may accept paperwork of any size. DWQ prefers full-size construction
drawings rather than a sequential sheet version of the full-size plans. If full-size plans are
reduced to a small scale such that the final version is illegible, the applicant will be informed that
the project has been placed on hold until decipherable maps are provided.
1. Name of project: Linville Creek Crossing;
2. T.I.P. Project Number (NCDOT Only):
3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN): 1982-40-2315-000
4. Location
County: Watauga Nearest Town: Boone
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number): Linville Creek Crossing
Directions to site (include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): Take 421 North out of Boone,
NC. Go approx. 4.5 miles and take a right on Linville Creek Rd. The project site is located on
the left, on the north of Brushy Fork Creek.
5. Site coordinates, if available (UTM or Lat/Long): 36deg 42.2"N / 81deg 45'56.5"W
(Note - If project is linear, such as a road or utility be, attach a sheet that separately lists the
coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.)
6. Describe the existing land use or condition of the site at the time of this application: Pasture
land adiacent to streams. UUSIOUe areas are forested.
7. Property size (acres): 27.7 +/- acres
8. Nearest body of water (stream/river/sound/ocean/lake): Brushy Fork Creek/Linville Creek
9. River Basin: Watauga River
(Note - this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated major river basins. The
River Basin map is available at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/admin/maps/.)
Describe the purpose of the proposed work: To create a large lot (1-2 ac) residential subdivision
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10. List the type of equipment to be used to construct the project: Standard construction
equipment: track excavator, backhoe dump truck
11. Describe the land use in the vicinity of this project: Residential and agricultural.
IV. Prior Project History
If jurisdictional determinations and/or permits have been requested and/or obtained for this
project (including all prior phases of the same subdivision) in the past, please explain. Include
the USACE Action ID Number, DWQ Project Number, application date, and date permits and
certifications were issued or withdrawn. Provide photocopies of previously issued permits,
certifications or other useful information. Describe previously approved wetland, stream and
buffer impacts, along with associated mitigation (where applicable). If this is a NCDOT project,
list and describe permits issued for prior segments of the same T.I.P. project, along with
construction schedules.
No previous USACE 404 permits or NCDENR 401 permits have been used to develop this
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V. Future Project Plans
Are any additional permit requests anticipated for this project in the future? If so, describe the
anticipated work, and provide justification for the exclusion of this work from the current
application: No additional 404/401 permit requests are anticipated for any planned future
development of this property
VI. Proposed Impacts to Waters of the United States/Waters of the State
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
wetlands, open water, and stream channels associated with the project. The applicant must also
provide justification for these impacts in Section VII below. All proposed impacts, permanent
and temporary, must be listed herein, and must be clearly identifiable on an accompanying site
plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial) must be shown on a
delineation map, whether or not impacts are proposed to these systems. Wetland and stream
evaluation and delineation forms should be included as appropriate. Photographs may be
included at the applicant's discretion. If this proposed impact is strictly for wetland or stream
mitigation, list and describe the impact in Section VIII below. If additional space is needed for
listing or description, please attach a separate sheet.
1. Wetland Impacts
Wetland Impact Area of Located within Distance to
Site Number Type of Impact* Impact 100-year Floodplain** Nearest Stream Type of Wetland***
(indicate on map) (acres) (yes/no) (linear feet)
each impact separately and identify temporary impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: mechanized clearing, grading, fill,
excavation, flooding, ditching(drainage, etc. For dams, separately list impacts due to both structure and flooding.
** 100-Year floodplains are identified through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Flood Insurance Rate Maps
(FIRM), or FEMA-approved local floodplain maps. Maps are available through the FEMA Map Service Center at 1-800-358-9616, or
online at hqp://www.fema,&ov.
*** List a wetland type that best describes wetland to be impacted (e.g., freshwater/saltwater marsh, forested wetland, beaver pond,
Carolina Bay, bog, etc.)
List the total acreage (estimated) of existing wetlands on the property: 0 ac
Total area of wetland impact proposed: 0.0 ac
2. Stream Impacts, including all intermittent and perennial streams
Stream Impact
Site Number
(indicate on ma
Type of Impact* Length of
Impact
(linear feet)
Stream Name** Average Width
of Stream
Before Impact Perennial or
Intermittent?
leasespecify)
Impact Area Bridge 28 Linville Creek 12 ft Perennial

* List each impact separately and identify temporary impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: culverts and associated rip-rap,
dams (separately list impacts due to both structure and flooding), relocation (include linear feet before and after, and net loss/gain),
stabilization activities (cement wall, rip-rap, crib wall, gabions, etc.), excavation, ditching/straightening, etc. If stream relocation is
proposed, plans and profiles showing the linear footprint for both the original and relocated streams must be included.
** Stream names can be found on USGS topographic maps. If a stream has no name, list as UT (unnamed tributary) to the nearest
downstream named stream into which it flows. USGS maps are available through the USGS at 1-800-358-9616, or online at
www.usgs.aov, Several internet sites also allow direct download and printing of USGS maps (e.g., www.toi)ozone.com,
www.mamuest.com, etc.).
Cumulative impacts (linear distance in feet) to all streams on site: 28 linear-ft
3. Open Water Impacts, including Lakes, Ponds, Estuaries, Sounds, Atlantic Ocean and any
other Water of the U.S.
Open Water Impact Area of Name of Waterbody Type of Waterbody
Site Number Type of Impact* Impact (if applicable) (lake, pond, estuary, sound,
indicate on ma) acres bay, ocean, etc.)

* List each impact separately and identify temporary impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: fill, excavation, dredging,
flooding, drainage, bulkheads, etc.
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4. Pond Creation
If construction of a pond is proposed, associated wetland and stream impacts should be
included above in the wetland and stream impact sections. Also, the proposed pond should
be described here and illustrated on any maps included with this application.
Pond to be created in (check all that apply): ? uplands ? stream ? wetlands
Describe the method of construction (e.g., dam/embankment, excavation, installation of
draw-down valve or spillway, etc.):
Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond,
local stormwater requirement, etc.):
Size of watershed draining to pond: Expected pond surface area:
VII. Impact Justification (Avoidance and Minimization)
Specifically describe measures taken to avoid the proposed impacts. It may be useful to provide
information related to site constraints such as topography, building ordinances, accessibility, and
financial viability of the project. The applicant may attach drawings of alternative, lower-impact
site layouts, and explain why these design options were not feasible. Also discuss how impacts
were minimised once the desired site plan was developed. If applicable, discuss construction
techniques to be followed during construction to reduce impacts.
The proposed work and associated impacts are intended to allow for development of a large lot
(1-2 ac) residential subdivision with minimal impacts to streams and wetlands. The proposed
bridge will span Linville Creek at the project entrance (at Linville Creek Rd . The bridge will
cross perpendicular to Linville Creek spanning the channel. An 8 ft right-of-way exists from the
edge of the pavement along Linville Creek Rd (SR 1311). NCDOT requires that the proposed
bridge be constructed entirely outside of the right-of-way. To avoid the right-of--way,
construction of the left bridge abutment will result in a disturbance within the existing channel
banks Linville Creek will incur permanent impacts 28 linear-ft) along the left bank (see Bridge
Detail) with minor temporary impacts occurring along the right channel bank (at this same
location). A 100-yr floodzone is mapped along _Brushy Fork Creek, there are no mapped FEMA
floodplain areas along Linville Creek.
VIII. Mitigation
DWQ - In accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0500, mitigation may be required by the NC
Division of Water Quality for projects involving greater than or equal to one acre of impacts to
freshwater wetlands or greater than or equal to 150 linear feet of total impacts to perennial
streams.
USACE - In accordance with the Final Notice of Issuance and Modification of Nationwide
Permits, published in the Federal Register on March 9, 2000, mitigation will be required when
necessary to ensure that adverse effects to the aquatic environment are minimal. Factors
including size and type of proposed impact and function and relative value of the impacted
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aquatic resource will be considered in determining acceptability of appropriate and practicable
mitigation as proposed. Examples of mitigation that may be appropriate and practicable include,
but are not limited to: reducing the size of the project; establishing and maintaining wetland
and/or upland vegetated buffers to protect open waters such as streams; and replacing losses of
aquatic resource functions and values by creating, restoring, enhancing, or preserving similar
functions and values, preferable in the same watershed.
If mitigation is required for this project, a copy of the mitigation plan must be attached in order
for USACE or DWQ to consider the application complete for processing. Any application
lacking a required mitigation plan or NCWRP concurrence shall be placed on hold as
incomplete. An applicant may also choose to review the current guidelines for stream restoration
in DWQ's Draft Technical Guide for Stream Work in North Carolina, available at
http://h2o.enr. state.nc.us/ncwetlands/strmgide.html.
1. Provide a brief description of the proposed mitigation plan. The description should provide
as much information as possible, including, but not limited to: site location (attach directions
and/or map, if offsite), affected stream and river basin, type and amount (acreage/linear feet)
of mitigation proposed (restoration, enhancement, creation, or preservation), a plan view,
preservation mechanism (e.g., deed restrictions, conservation easement, etc.), and a
description of the current site conditions and proposed method of construction. Please attach
a separate sheet if more space is needed.
All unimpacted streams will be protected through deed restrictions.
2. Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration
Program (NCWRP) with the NCWRP's written agreement. Check the box indicating that
you would like to pay into the NCWRP. Please note that payment into the NCWRP must be
reviewed and approved before it can be used to satisfy mitigation requirements. Applicants
will be notified early in the review process by the 401/Wetlands Unit if payment into the
NCWRP is available as an option. For additional information regarding the application
process for the NCWRP, check the NCWRP website at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/wrp/index.htm. If
use of the NCWRP is proposed, please check the appropriate box on page three and provide
the following information:
Amount of stream mitigation requested (linear feet): 0
Amount of buffer mitigation requested (square feet): 0
Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres): 0
Amount of Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres): 0
Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres): 0
IX. Environmental Documentation (DWQ Only)
Does the project involve an expenditure of public funds or the use of public (federal/state/local)
land?
Yes ? No X
If yes, does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the
requirements of the National or North Carolina Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
Note: If you are not sure whether a NEPA/SEPA document is required, call the SEPA
coordinator at [phone] to review current thresholds for environmental documentation.
Yes ? No ?
If yes, has the document review been finalized by the State Clearinghouse? If so, please attach a
copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval letter.
Yes ? No ?
X. Proposed Impacts on Riparian and Watershed Buffers (DWQ Only)
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
required state and local buffers associated with the project. The applicant must also provide
justification for these impacts in Section VII above. All proposed impacts must be listed herein,
and must be clearly identifiable on the accompanying site plan. All buffers must be shown on a
map, whether or not impacts are proposed to the buffers. Correspondence from the DWQ
Regional Office may be included as appropriate. Photographs may also be included at the
applicant's discretion.
Will the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0233
(Meuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 2B .0250 (Randleman Rules and
Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please identify )?
Yes ? No X If you answered "yes", provide the following information:
Identify the square feet and acreage of impact to each zone of the riparian buffers. If buffer
mitigation is required calculate the required amount of mitigation by applying the buffer
multipliers.
Zone* Impact
(square feet Multiplier Required
Mitigation
1 3
2 1.5
Total
* Zone 1 extends out 30 feet perpendicular from near bank of channel; Zone 2 extends an
additional 20 feet from the edge of Zone 1.
If buffer mitigation is required, please discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (i.e., Donation
of Property, Conservation Easement, Riparian Buffer Restoration / Enhancement, Preservation or
Payment into the Riparian Buffer Restoration Fund). Please attach all appropriate information as
identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0242 or .0260.
XI. Stormwater (DWQ Only)
Describe impervious acreage (both existing and proposed) versus total acreage on the site.
Discuss stormwater controls proposed in order to protect surface waters and wetlands
downstream from the property.
Total acreage on the site exists as 27.7 +/- acres with impervious acreage <1% Proposed
impervious acreage is approximately 1.8 acres or 6.5% of total acreage.
XU. Sewage Disposal (DWQ Only)
Clearly detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non-discharge or discharge) of
wastewater generated from the proposed project, or available capacity of the subject facility.
On site septic systems will be installed in accordance with local regulation.
XHL Violations (DWQ Only)
Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 211.0500) or any Buffer Rules?
Yes ? No X
Is this an after-the-fact permit application?
Yes ? No X
XIV. Other Circumstances (Optional):
It is the applicant's responsibility to submit the application sufficiently in advance of desired
construction dates to allow processing time for these permits. However, an applicant may
choose to list constraints associated with construction or sequencing that may impose limits on
work schedules (e.g., draw-down schedules for lakes, dates associated with Endangered and
Threatened Species, accessibility problems, or other issues outside of the applicant's control).
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Jurisdictional Description
Project: Linville Creek Crossing
Location: Watauga County, NC
Date: 7/30/2004
General:
The project site is located in Vilas, NC, just off US 421 along Linville Creek Rd (see
location map). The site is approximately 27.7 acres with a elevations ranging from 2800-
3000 feet above mean sea level. Two streams border the project site, Brushy Fork Creek
and Linville Creek. Both streams are listed as Class C channels, located within the
Watauga River Basin. No wetlands exist on-site.
Streams:
Brushy Fork Creek flows approximately 1800 linear feet along the western boundary of
the project site. The bankfull width of the channel is approximately 25 feet. The banks of
this moderately-shaded Class C channel are dominated by White Pine, Poplar, Black
Walnut, Poison ivy, Goldenrod, New England Aster, and Blackberry. A number of
stream invertebrates were noted in the 7-29-04 assessment including Mayflies and
Caddisflies (see USACE Stream Quality Assessment Worksheet and NCDWQ Stream
Classification Form).
Linville Creek, a Class C channel, flows approximately 200 linear feet along the southern
boundary of the project site. The bankfull width of the channel is approximately 12 feet.
The banks of the channel are dominated by a variety of herbaceous species including
Jewelweed, Bee-balm, Sensitive Fern, and Goldenrod. A variety of stream invertebrates
were noted in the assessment including Mayflys, Stoneflys, and Waterpennies. A bridge
is proposed to span Linville Creek with no permanent impacts.
Wetlands:
Soils adjacent to Linville Creek and Brushy Fork Creek are mapped as Congaree loam
with 0-2% slopes. Congaree loam is moderately drained soil typically found in flood-
plain areas along the Watauga River and Cove Creek existing as open pasture and crop
land. Upslope areas on-site are mapped as Porters loam with 15-30% slopes. Porters loam
is a moderately drained soil with a history of being used for crops, open pasture, and
forest. No wetlands were found on-site (see USACE Wetland Data Sheets).
Linville Creek Crossing
Jurisdictional Description 1 of 1 7/30/2004
USACE AID#
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Provide the following
1. Applicant's name:-
3. Date of evaluation:-
5. Name of
DWQ #,
Site # (indicate on attacnea map)
STREAM QUALITY ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET
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J a v. K1 t ,(? 2. Evaluator's name:
4. Time of evaluation:
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7. Approximate drainage
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9. Length of reach evaluated:
8. Stream order. , l
10. County: may`
11. Site coordinates (if known): iiprefer in decimaldegrees- 12. Subdivision name (if any):
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Latitude (ex. 34.872312): 1 b Li t i Longitude (ex 77.556611): Q V L N`l , 5 • 3
Method location determined (circle): GPS opo Sheet Ortho (Aerial) Photo/GIS Other GIS Other
13. Location of reach under evaluation (note near y roads and landmarks and attach map identifying stream(s) location):
14. Proposed channel work (if any): tR ° `
15. Recent weather
16. Site conditions at time of

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17. Identify any special waterway classifications known: -Section 10 Tidal Waters -Essential Fisheries Habitat
Trout Waters Outstanding Resource Waters -,Nutrient Sensitive Waters !Water Supply Watershed (I-IV)
18. Is there a pond or lake located upstream of the evaluation point? YES ?go --if yes, estimate the water surface area:
19. Does channel appear on USGS quad map? YES NO 20. Does channel appear on USDA Soil Survey? YES NO
21. Estimated watershed land use: -L9 % Residential % Commercial % Industrial Z?2% Agricultural
Forested % Cleared / Logged % Other ( )
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22. Bankfull width: 23. B height (from bed to top of bank): a
24. Channel slope down center of stream: Flat (0 to 2%) E! Gentle (2 to 4%) -Moderate (4 to 10%) -Steep (>100/6)
25. Channel sinuosity: Straight V (kcasional bends Frequent meander Very sinuous -Braided channel
Instructions for completion of worksheet (located on page 2): Begin by determining the most appropriate ecoregion based on
location, terrain, vegetation, stream classification, exc. Every characteristic must be scored using the same ecoregion. Assign points
to each characteristic within the range shown for the ecoregion. Page 3 provides a brief description of how to review the
characteristics identified in the worksheet. Scores should reflect an overall assessment of the stream reach under evaluation. If a
characteristic cannot be evaluated due to site or weather conditions, enter 0 in the scoring box and provide an explanation in the
comment section. Where there are obvious changes in the character of a stream under review (e g, the stream flows from a pasture
into a forest), the stream may be divided into smaller reaches that display more continuity, and a separate form used to evaluate each
reach. The total score assigned to a stream reach must range between 0 and 100, with a score of 100 representing a stream of the
highest quality. rr __ __ 71 "'N
Total Score (from reverse): Comments: t e? 6S lC sSi`e? S
Evaluator's Signature k Date ?Z
This channel evaluation form is intended to be used only as a guide to assist landowners and environmental professionals in
.gathering the data required by the United States Army Corps of Engineers to make a preliminary assessment of stream
quality. The total score resulting from the completion of this form is subject to USACE approval and does not imply a
particular mitigation ratio or requirement. Form subject to change - version 06/03. To Continent, please call 919-876-8441 x 26.
STREAM QUALITY ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET
* These characteristics we not assessed m coastal streams.
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m STREAM QUALITY ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET
'provide the following information for a stream reach under assessment:
1. Applicant's name: 2. Evaluator's name:
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3. Date of evaluation: a? " CL ` 0 ?f 4. Time of evaluation: 5 ?^
5. Name of stream: F )????^ C_?\"? 6. River basin:
7. Approximate drainage area: '?' ?•?' '"t1 8. Stream order. ?
9. Length of reach evaluated: L ©? t 10. County: E,--J ---
l 1. Site coordinates (if known): prefer in decimal degrees. 12. Subdivision name (if any): L
Latitude (ex. 34.872312): - F/' K • Longitude (ex. 77.556611): ?j 1 S V '
Method location determined (circle): GPS opo a Ortho (Aerial) Photo/G1S Other GIS Other
13. Location of reach under evaluation (no y roads and landmarks and attach map identifying stream(s) location):
14. Proposed channel work (if any): v\ a
15. Recent weather conditions: m _o i s
16. Site conditions at time of visit: a g e ` t - 4 '? ° "`
17. Identify any special waterway classifications known: -Section 10 Tidal Waters TEssential Fisheries Habitat
Trout Waters Outstanding Resource Waters _ Nutrient Sensitive Waters -Water Supply Watershed (I-IV)
18. Is there a pond or lake located upstream of the evaluation point? YES NO If yes, estimate the water surface area:
19. Does channel appear on USGS quad map?S NO 20. Does channel appear on USDA Soil Survey? ? NO
21. Estimated watershed land use: Residential _L&21. Commercial % Industrial a O% Agricultural
5-27% Forested % Cleared / Logged _1/6 Other ( )
22. Bankfull width: ti 23. Bank height (from bed to top of bank): "' 3 t
Gentle (2 to 4%) -Moderate (4 to 10%) -Steep (>10%)
24. Channel slope down center of streZt--OcZ&? lat (0 to 2%)
25. Channel sinuosity: Straight ion al bends -Frequent meander Very sinuous Braided channel
Instructions for completion of worksheet (located on page 2): Begin by determining the most appropriate ecoregion based on
location, terrain, vegetation, stream classification, etc. Every characteristic must be scored using the same ecoregion. Assign points
to each characteristic within the range shown for the ecoregicn. Page 3 provides a brief description of how to review the
characteristics identified in the worksheet. Scores should reflect an overall assessment of the stream reach under evaluation. If a
characteristic cannot be evaluated due to site or weather conditions, enter 0 in the scoring box and provide an explanation in the
continent section. Where there are obvious changes in the character of a stream under review (eg., the stream flows from a pasture
into a forest), the stream may be divided into smaller reaches that display more continuity, and a separate form used to evaluate each
reach. The total score assigned to a stream reach must range between 0 and 100, with a score of 100 representing a stream of the
highest quality.
Total Score (from re erse): Comments: r
Evaluator's Signature : Date
This channel evaluation form Is intended to be used only as a guide to assist landowners and environmental professionals in
gathering the data required by the United States Army Corps of Engineers to make a preliminary assessment of stream
quality. The total score resulting from the completion of this form is subject to USACE approval and does not imply a
particular mitigation ratio or requirement. Form subject to change - version 06/03. To Comment, please call 919-876-8441 x 26.
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* These characteristics are not assessed in coastal streams.
NCDW, a Stream Classification Form
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DATA FORM
ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION
(1987 COE Wetlands Delineation Manual)
Project/Site: Linville Creek Crossing Date: 7/29/04
A licant/Owner: Coun : Watauga
Investigator: W State: NC
Do Normal Circumstances exist on the site? Y Communi ID: Flood lain/ asture
Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical Situation)? N ransect ID:
Is the area a potential Problem Area? N Plot ID: Wetsheet 1
VEGETATION
Dominant Plant Species stratum Indicator Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator
1 Rudbeckia laciniata H FACW 9 Dac is lomerata G FACU
2 Solida o ru osa H FAC 10
3 Aster novae-an liae H FAC 11
4 Impatiens ca nsis H FACW- 12
5 Solanum carolinense H UPL 13
6 Ju lands n' ra Sap FACU 14
7 Rubus all heniensis H FACU 15
8 Phleum ratense G FACU 16
Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL, FACW or FAC: 44%
Remarks: Pasture herbs/grasses
HYDROLOGY
Recorded Data Describe in Remarks Field Observations:
Stream, Lake or Tide Gauge Depth of Surface Water: 0 INCHES
Aerial Photographs Depth to Free Water in Pit: >12 INCHES
Other Depth to Saturated Soil: >12 INCHES
No Recorded Data Available
Wetland Hydrology Indicators
-Primary Indicators- -Secondary Indicators (2+ required)-
Inundated Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 in.
Saturated in Upper 12 inches Water-Stained Leaves
Water Marks Local Soil Survey Data
Drift Lines FAC-Neutral Test
Sediment Deposits Other (Explain in Remarks)
Drainage Patterns in Wetlands
Remarks: No moisture present
SOILS
Map Unit Name
(Series and Phase):
Congaree loam
Drainage Class
Moderate
Taxonom Sub rou : O a uatic Udifluvents Confirm Mapped Type?
Profile D escri tion:
Depth
Inches
Horizon Matrix Color
Munsell Moist Mottle Color
Munsell Moist A Mottle
bundance/size/Contrast
Texture
0-1 10YR 3/3 None Sand loam
1-15+ B 10YR 4/3 None Sand loam

Hydric S oil Indicators:
Histol Concretions
Histic E i edon High Or anic Content in Surface layer in Sand Soils
Sulfidic Odor Or anic Streaking in Sand Soils
uic Moisture Regime Listed on Local H dric Soils List
Reducin Conditions Listed on National H dric Soils List
Gle ed or Low-Chroma Colors Other (Explain in Remarks
Remarks: Dry yellow-brown soils
WETLAND DETERMINATION
DATA FORM
ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION
(1987 COE Wetlands Delineation Manual)
Project/Site: Linville Creek Crossing Date: 7/29/04
A licant/Owner: Coun : Watauga
Investi ator: W State: NC
Do Normal Circumstances exist on the site? Y Communi ID: Flood lain/ asture
Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical Situation)? N Transect ID:
Is the area a potential Problem Area? N Plot ID: Wetsheet 2 71
VEGETATION
Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator
1 Eu atorium maculatum H UPL 9
2 Vernonia noveboracensis H FAC 10
3 Ambrosia trifida H FAC 11
4 Mentha arvensis H FACW 12
5 Solanum carolinense H UPL 13
6 Trifolium ratense H FACU 14
7 N is lomerata H FACU 15
8 16
Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL, FACW or FAC: 43%
Remarks: Pasture herbs/grasses
HYDROLOGY
Recorded Data Describe in Remarks Field Observations:
Stream, Lake or Tide Gauge Depth of Surface Water: 0 INCHES
Aerial Photographs Depth to Free Water in Pit: >12 INCHES
Other Depth to Saturated Soil: >12 INCHES
Ix No Recorded Data Available
Wetland Hydrology Indicators
-Prima Indicators- -Secondary Indicators (2+ required)-
Inundated Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 in.
Saturated in Upper 12 inches Water-Stained Leaves
Water Marks Local Soil Survey Data
Drift Lines FAC-Neutral Test
Sediment Deposits Other (Explain in Remarks)
Drainage Patterns in Wetlands
Remarks: No moisture present
SOILS
Map Unit Name
(Series and Phase):
Congaree loam
Drainage Class
Moderate
Taxonom Sub rou : Ox a uatic Udifluvents Confirm Mapped Type?
Profile D escri tion:
Depth
Inches
Horizon Matrix Color
Munsell Moisf Mottle Color
Munsell Moist Mottle
Abundance/size/Contrast
Texture
0-3 10YR 3/3 None Loam
3-15 B 10YR 4/3 None Sand loam

H dric S oil Indicators:
Histol Concretions
Histic E i edon Hi h Organic Content in Surface layer in Sand Soils
Sulfidic Odor Organic Streaking in Sand Soils
uic Moisture Regime Listed on Local H dric Soils List
Reducin Conditions Listed on National H dric Soils List
Gle ed or Low-Chroma Colors Other (Explain in Remarks
Remarks:
WETLAND DETERMINATION